WaterBrick International Storage Containers for Emergency Water | 10-Pack Stackable 3.5 Gallon Bricks | Food-Grade HDPE Plastic | BPA-Free | STD Tan

In our rural area when the power goes out we are unable to pump water for our household or our animals, so having an emergency supply is important. I like that these WaterBricks don't take up too much room and stack easily. In the summer I will store them under a desk and in the winter I'll be able to store them in the garage. They are easier to move than some of the big water storage drums I looked at, though each weighs close to 30 lbs. full. I thorough washed them and used diluted bleach to sterilize before filling them with filtered water. I didn't realize until I contacted the manufacturer about the lids leaking, that the gasket that fits inside the lid is designed to have the ridge pointing out. (I'd put the ridge toward the inside of the cap). Once that was sorted out, they no longer leak.

I purchased these containers to solve the issue of lack of space for long-term storage of water. So far I have filled 18 of these containers and they all fit horizontally under my queen-size bed. Some people have complained of an odd or unpleasant odor after removing the lids from the new containers and that is true. However, I used a tablespoon of household bleach in each unit filled completely with water (3.5 gallons each). I let them sit with this mixture for several hours. Then I emptied and thoroughly rinsed each unit and let it dry. I also soaked the lids and gaskets the same way and let them dry. It was not my intention to rid the containers of odor by doing this. I did it because I am storing water in these for several years and I wanted to ensure a sterile environment before filling. This had the additional benefit of removing the odd odor left over from manufacturing. I then used 43 drops in each unit of "H2O ResQ Water Storage" (available on Amazon) for additional safety. Some people also complained about the handles not staying in place when storing. This is true, however, I feel this is a good thing since the handles must be removed when installing the available ventless spigot. I have not used the spigot yet so I cannot rate it. The handles usually do not completely fall off when stacking horizontally and usually just one side does and that is easy to fix before lifting. The only issue I have found so far is leakage when storing horizontally. You MUST set the unit on its side and observe for a few hours for any slow leaks. So far I have had four with slow drips. The problem was easily fixed by removing the lids and reseating the gaskets. Once I was sure there were no more leaks, I put them under my bed and have not had any problems so far. These are a perfect storage solution for those with limited space. I am sure they can be used for all sorts of things besides water. If you can afford them, they are worth it.

I've been using these storage containers to organize emergency supplies and camping gear. The containers stack securely, feel extremely durable, and seal tightly. The modular design makes them easy to transport while maximizing storage space. They're a great solution for long-term organization, camping, or emergency preparedness. Excellent option for organized water or emergency supply storage. Used over one week to evaluate durability, stacking ability, and ease of handling.

Literally Awesome containers Stack together just like they should! So glad I bought.

Why I'm diggin the water brick? 1. Perfect Capacity 3.5 gallons (instead of 5 or more!) 31.5lbs of water is MUCH more manageable than 45lbs. Lets call it 34lbs with the weight of the brick itself. 2. The Handle It's comfortable and easy to use. Some have said that it comes off too easily. It's true, but I think this is a good thing. Easily removing the handle is important in order to use the spigot (must be purchased separately). Actually, so far I really like the handle, and it looks like they will last as long as the brick will. 3. Adult Size Legos!? Stack em up!! Not sure how high they can be safely stacked before the bottom one it compromised, I think the website has that number. But even if you can only stack them 4-5 high, this is an AWESOME feature. Are the "stability" holes necessary? Probably not, but for safety sake, I guess I understand. So where can you put em? In the corner of the closet, in the garage, or shed, trunk of the car, under the sink, on the shelves of the pantry, in a (sturdy) drawer, under the bed, under the couch, under a table top as a makeshift coffee table to night stand. 4. Wide Mouth Due to the design, it's not really possible to reach inside and scrub all of the inside, the wide mouth is nice to have for easy filling and emptying. 5. The Cap Somewhere I read that someone wasn't happy with the cap. Huh?! They are thick, well made, and have a quality feeling rubber inner to create a good seal. What more do you want? It's an important aspect of water storage, and they did it well. The negatives? First, the mouth of the brick being recessed, it is next to impossible to empty the brick completely. Kind of a big flaw, but not a deal breaker for me. Number two, no air vent. I wonder why... It will probably slow the water flow when using the spigot. Guess we can't have it all. Overall, a huge step forward in long-term water storage for the average person, especially for space-conscious apartment dwellers. Find it hard to swallow the price tag? I get it. Some quick numbers: The Water Brick: 6 bricks x 3.5 gallons = 21 gallons. $120/21 = $5.71 per gallon Bottled Water "Market Pantry" from Target: $1 per gallon If you replace your bottled water each year and if my math is correct, then in six years the Water Bricks pay for themselves. And you keep those bottles out of the landfills or oceans. Not such a bad deal.

I will say that these are VERY sturdy. I'm willing to bet they'll last a long time. I'm NOT happy about the poor cover design. You really CANNOT (easily) screw the lid on or off with the included handle attached. PLUS the lid is "recessed" so you really need very articulate, strong, young hands to get these off. SUPER poor design that could've been fixed with 30 seconds of forethought, but other than that absolute headscratcher, they're great. JUST the right size too. AND they're easily stackable.

Great size for storage. Much easier to move than 5 gallon containers. The interlock feature is awesome. The handles are the weak point. The could use a better design.

Great for emergency planning. One had a leak but I contacted the supplier. The water has a 6 month shelf life so I will rotate by changing the water in one of them each month or so.